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Sunday, April 5, 2015

I am the Living One; I was dead, and behold I am alive for ever and ever! Rev 1:18~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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Friday, April 3, 2015

"Judas came to the grove, guiding a detachment of soldiers and some officials from the chief priests and Pharisees. They were carrying torches, lanterns and weapons. Jesus, knowing all that was going to happen to him, went out and asked them, Who is it you want? Jesus of Nazareth they replied. I am he,' Jesus said.'" John 18:3-5a, NIV

As we study the gospels it's quite clear that Jesus knew the purpose for which He came to earth, and that was to redeem mankind out of the hand of the enemy, and reconcile us to Father God. Several times in Scripture Jesus spoke to His disciples about His pending death and resurrection. He also predicted Judas Iscariot's betrayal and Simon Peter's denial (John 13). In the ninth chapter of Luke we read that 'As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem' (Luke 9: 51). The King James Version says that Jesus 'set his face' in the direction of Jerusalem, which further emphasises the determination He had to fulfil His purpose, no matter what the personal cost.

In today's scripture Jesus is about to be arrested and eventually will be led off to die on a cross. Judas has just betrayed him for thirty silver coins; the price for a slave! He guides a detachment of soldiers and officials from the chief Priests and Pharisees to the olive grove, where Jesus and His disciples are meeting. In their hands they're carrying torches, lanterns and weapons. Neither Jesus, nor those in His company at the time, were blind to their intentions. It was obvious that they'd come to arrest Jesus. Everyone would have been seized with a sense of dread, but only Jesus fully knew what would unfold over the next few days. Yet He still surrendered Himself to them, and more importantly, to the will of God. When Peter tried to defend Jesus and cut off the ear of the servant of the high priest, he was told to put down his sword. 'Do you think I cannot call on my Father, and he will at once put at my disposal more than twelve legions of angels? But how then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that say it must happen in this way?' (Matthew 26:53-54).

Jesus also knew that He'd be bound, brought before Annas and the high priest, Caiaphas, and would undergo an illegal trial (John 18:12-13, & 24). He knew that He'd stand before Pilate, who would try to release Him, but would eventually give in to the wishes of the Jews (John 19). Jesus knew that He'd be brutally whipped by the Roman soldiers, until His flesh hung like ribbons from His back; that they'd ridicule him, spit on Him and press a crude crown of thorns on His head; dress Him in a purple robe and pretend to pay homage to Him. He also knew that they'd pull out His beard and strike Him in the face. Jesus knew that the crowds, incited by the Religious leaders, would cry out vehemously 'crucify, crucify!' Jesus knew that long, thick nails would be hammered into His ankles and wrists and that He'd die a prolonged, agonising death.

He knew that even while He hung exposed on a crude Roman cross, the venom of His accusers wouldn't be satisfied, and they'd continue to mock Him in His vulnerable state. 'Come down from the cross, if you are the Son of God', they would taunt. The two robbers crucified with Him would also heap insults on him. His beloved Mother would watch all this from the foot of the cross and it would pierce her heart like a sword. Jesus even knew that His Heavenly Father would turn His face away from Him as the sins of the world were laid on His shoulders, and for the first time in all of eternity, He would experience the pain of being forsaken. Jesus, our Lord and Saviour, knew all of this, long before it took place, yet He still chose to give His life as a ransom for many. He died for you and He died for me! O what a Saviour we have! O what great salvation!

Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, that even though You knew what awaited You, when You left heaven and came to earth, You still came. Thank You that You endured the cross, scorning its shame, so that I could be reconciled with Father God and spend eternity in heaven. I'm forever grateful to You. Amen.

"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God's wrath through him." Romans 5:89

For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10:45

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through Him might be saved. John 3:16-17

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Welcome Introduction

Welcome to a new series I have started called "Reflection Jewels" that I believe Abba has laid on my heart to do.

My prayer for you is that as you read these "Reflection Jewels' they will motivate & inspire you to read Gods word more often. Also you will receive fresh revelation, direction were needed & encouragement - enjoy!

Many ask, "How do you know what to send or post that just meets my need?" The truth is I don’t - All I know is that I receive many messages & after praying & reading I feel led to lay aside certain select messages written by many anointed men & women of God. At a later date I just follow those gentle prompts of the Holy Spirit when to post - if I do not have peace I delay.

God knows the needs of each of His children and the word or encouragement is already prepared waiting for you. Remember You are precious to Abba!

One day I was watching a fascinating program called "Survival In the Bush' presented by Malcolm Douglas in the wild rugged outback of Australia. - In one of the stories he helped a lady find small deposits of gold using a 'gold detector' - they also had great fun panning for gold in the river this left deposits of murky lumps of rock in their bowl. Afterwards they then went back to her small factory & went step by step through a very old process were there collection was cleaned, tumbled, filtered, treated with chemicals this process continued until till there were only small nuggets of gold remaining, these then went through another process of heating until at the end she had a solid block of pure gold.

As I was watching I kept thinking how reading Gods word the Bible can be compared to this process. As we read the word "panning the gold in the stream" we find precious words 'gold dust'. The more we continue reading, meditating, soaking & studying Gods word we find more precious nuggets of gold or jewels. Thus the idea to call these messages "Jewels' was born.

I strongly believe the Lord is putting out a call to His people (all of us) to come into a deeper place spiritually, giving us a deeper understanding, and a deeper love for Him. "Deep calleth unto deep.." (Psalms 42:7a)

One of the ways we can do this is to read & meditate or reflect upon the Word of God. This should be a part of our regular and constant spiritual discipline.

To those who already read the word frequently may you be refreshed & revisit some of those familiar passages with fresh eyes.

I found helpful reading and comparing a different translation to my usual daily trusted version. I also found it refreshing with a different bible not having my pencil & highlighter marks to distract from fresh revelation. I suggest before reading you ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to you new truths as you mine for new jewels in His word. Be blessed as you read today!

Psalm 119:11 says,Your Word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. As we become soaked & filled with the word in our hearts the Spirit of God will enlighten our understanding & when needed bring to mind the word that is needed.

The Scriptures describe the kingdom of God as treasure. Matthew 13:44-46 NIV" The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.

Suggestion: Pray as you read and meditate on God's Word. Praise God for what He has revealed of Himself and pray for strength and wisdom to obey His direction. Try also reading some prayers of the Bible (Matt. 6:9-13; Ephesians I: 15-23; 3: 14-21 and many of the Psalms).

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Bible Translations

Which Version Should we Use:

I do not wish to get stuck in debate which Bible Translation one should use - Personally I prefer & regularly use the King James Version of the bible - however when studying a scripture I like to read & compare other translations - each must decide for themselves - please find a list below of abbreviations & what they mean:

Bible Translations:

KJV - King James VersionNKJV - New King James VersionNIV - New International VersionNLT - New Living TranslationCEV - Contemporary English VersionESV - English Standard VersionMSG - The MessageNASB - New American Standard BibleRSV - Revised Standard Version